Senior Embedded Software Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology company is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to enhance their product development team. This role focuses on developing embedded software for cutting-edge laser systems, requiring expertise in real-time operating systems and microcontroller interfaces. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, contributing to projects across diverse industries. With opportunities for career growth, flexible working hours, and occasional travel for training, this position is perfect for those passionate about technology and innovation. Join a forward-thinking firm that values creativity and reliability in its solutions.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Career growth opportunities

Optional training

Relocation and Sponsorship Available

Qualifications

• Experience in developing embedded software for laser systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting embedded systems and mentoring juniors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for laser systems.
• Write clean C/C++ code and integrate software with hardware.

Skills

C/C++

real-time systems

microcontroller interfaces

embedded Linux

version control tools (Git, Azure DevOps)

Python

C#

FPGA programming

industrial control systems

Tools

Git

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Description

+£55,000 - Senior Embedded Engineer - Glasgow, 3 days onsite.

A leading technology company specializing in advanced semi-conductor manufacturing is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join its product development team. Operating in diverse industries such as renewable energy, microelectronics, life sciences, and research, the company designs and manufactures high-performance laser solutions with a strong focus on innovation and reliability.

The role involves developing and maintaining embedded software for laser systems, working with real-time operating systems, embedded computing modules, and automated testing frameworks. Responsibilities include writing clean C/C++ code, integrating software with hardware and optics, troubleshooting embedded systems, and mentoring junior engineers.

Candidates should have experience in real-time systems, microcontroller interfaces (UART, Ethernet, CAN Bus, I2C, SPI), embedded Linux, and version control tools (Git, Azure DevOps). Additional skills in Python, C#, FPGA programming, or industrial control systems are advantageous.

To simplify this role, I want to speak to Embedded C Engineers, with knowledge of the relevant controllers. Everything else is a bonus.

This position offers career growth, a collaborative work environment, and competitive benefits, including flexible working hours. There is optional training opportunities which includes very occasional travel (1-2x per year) to sites in UK, Germany & California.

*Relocation and Sponsorship Available*